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Formerly: The Marriage Podcast for Smart People. Co-hosted by Caleb and Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele. We are married to each other and are both counselors who have worked extensively with couples and individuals. We own Therapevo Counselling Inc., a counselling agency that delivers hope and healing to clients across North America and beyond via secure Zoom video call.

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Three to nine months into your spouse's recovery, the language of healing can start to sound like a weapon. He says he is dysregulated. He talks about boundaries. And every conversation about what he did ends with you being the one who needs to do mo... more

If you have promised yourself again and again that this would be the last time and ended up back in the same place, this episode is for you. Caleb walks through why hating your porn use is not the same as being able to stop, why self-disgust often fu... more

If you've stopped acting out, started doing the repair work, and your partner still ends up hurt by the conversations you thought you handled well, this episode names what's actually going on. Caleb and Verlynda walk through the empathic stress parad... more

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If you've been wondering why your betrayal trauma recovery seems to restart every time your partner discloses something new, your nervous system isn't broken. It's reading new evidence of past deception as a current threat, exactly as it's built to. ... more

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Recent Guests

Mary DeMuth
Author, speaker, and a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, who shares her story and insights on healing and intimacy.
Author of 'Not Marked' and 'We Too'
Episode: Loving a Sexual Abuse Survivor: A Partner’s Practical Guide
Ron de Jager
Specialist counselor, professor of music, and accomplished vocalist
Therapevo Counseling
Episode: Is Past Trauma Affecting Your Singing Voice?
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
Renowned psychiatrist and author of 'The Body Keeps the Score'
Episode: How to Tell If You Have PTSD – The Signs You Need to Watch For

Hosts

Caleb Simonyi-Gindele
Host of Normalize Therapy; co-founder of Therapevo Counselling Inc.; licensed counselor with emphasis on couples therapy and trauma-informed care.
Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele
Co-host of Normalize Therapy; licensed professional counselor; focuses on attachment, EFT, and relationship healing.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 491 ratings
  • Sure,it can be true…

    For a person without morals or values and be fine with a mate that doesn’t have a concept of love and cherish. Loving your mate means each day you CHOOSE to do the right thing. It also means from the start you DECIDE BEFORE how you will always handle situations that lead to other more serious situations (gateway situations) to never crack the door and keep your focus on your goal, like any sane person would if they were an Olympic athlete or a CEO.

    You only leave things up in the air when it do... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Donder1
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you!!!!

    This podcast has helped me more than any other thing that I’ve done to work through betrayal. I’m so thankful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuzyMet303
    United Statesa year ago
  • Please come back!!!

    This podcast was recommended by a therapist. I started listening to different episodes that spoke to me. Although, I’m not a deeply religious person I still feel you can get something out of listening to their sound and well thought conversations. My partner and I may not make it through this rough time, but I am at least I can move forward and find some peace while diving into some introspection.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kir2833
    United States3 years ago
  • You Have To Come Back!

    Your podcast is amazing!!!

    Your help is so needed! You have ti come back to podcast! 🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goldenlady811
    United States3 years ago
  • Figuring out technology, like this internet.

    Really enjoying this marriage counselling. Jeff M.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cancel because frustrated
    Canada4 years ago

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Holistic, therapy-forward approach with practical tools.
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Professional and research-backed guidance on relationship healing.

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Gaslighting Explained: The Ultimate Guide to What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Stop It
Q: Can you talk to us about the long-term impact? What does this do to a person who lives with this?
It leads to confusion, chronic self-doubt, and a loss of self-trust, which can result in profound psychological distress.
Gaslighting Explained: The Ultimate Guide to What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Stop It
Q: So, Gailb, I'm wondering if you can explain to us what gas lighting is and what gas lighting is not.
Gas lighting is a deliberate pattern of manipulation aimed at making someone question their own reality and perception.
Loving a Sexual Abuse Survivor: A Partner’s Practical Guide
Q: What is the turning point for a partner who feels helpless in this situation?
Mary mentions the importance of community support and understanding that many couples face these challenges.
Loving a Sexual Abuse Survivor: A Partner’s Practical Guide
Q: What can you tell us about the challenges faced by partners of sexual abuse survivors?
Mary highlights that partners often feel confused and rejected, struggling to understand their spouse's needs while also managing their own emotional states in the relationship.
Loving a Sexual Abuse Survivor: A Partner’s Practical Guide
Q: For listeners who may not be familiar with your story, could you share a little bit about why this topic is so close to your heart?
Mary shares her experience as a survivor of sexual assault, indicating that the statistics of sexual abuse deeply impact intimate relationships, and she wants to offer hope to others who may feel hopeless.

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What is Normalize therapy. about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A relationship-focused show led by a married counseling duo who share research-based approaches to couples and individual healing. Many episodes explore betrayal, shame, attachment, nervous-system regulation, and evidence-informed therapies (like EFT and polyvagal concepts), paired with practical tools such as somatic techniques, communication exercises, and accountability strategies. The hosts frequently promote their therapy practice and emphasize compassionate, trauma-informed care, making the program a strong resource for couples seeking depth, actionable steps, and professional backing for relationship growth. A standout aspect is how the duo blends clinical theory with relatable real-world coaching, making complex psychology accessibl... more

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